Lecturer - Engineering (Refrigeration/Air Conditioning)

DN Colleges Group; Kingston upon Hull; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Lecturer in Refrigeration & Air Conditioning to inspire and educate future professionals. This role involves delivering high-quality teaching, integrating new technologies, and ensuring students excel in their learning journey. With a commitment to professional development and support for transitioning from industry to education, this position offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of engineering education. Join a dynamic team dedicated to transforming communities through learning and make a meaningful impact in the lives of students.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Teachers Pension Scheme – 28.68% Employers contribution

35 Bookable annual leave days

Professional development opportunities

Access to same-day GP appointments

High street discounts

Discounted hair and beauty treatments

Electric car scheme

On-site gym

Subsidised canteen

Qualifications

• Experience in Refrigeration & HVAC Engineering with F-Gas qualification.
• Strong communication and organisational skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Deliver practical and theory programmes to apprentices in Refrigeration & Air Conditioning.
• Integrate Maths & English into teaching and manage student morale.

Skills

Refrigeration & Air Conditioning

Communication Skills

Organisational Skills

Health and Safety Regulations

Continuous Professional Development

Education

Relevant qualifications in Refrigeration & HVAC Engineering

GCSE grade C or above in Maths and English

Qualified F-Gas engineer

Job description

Are you an experienced engineer in Refrigeration & Air Conditioning? Do you have a passion for sharing your knowledge and developing future professionals? We are seeking a dynamic individual to join our team as a Lecturer in Refrigeration & Air Conditioning responsible for delivering high-quality teaching and supporting students' progression towards successful completion of their courses.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Deliver practical and theory programmes of learning to Refrigeration & Air Conditioning apprentices including; Health & safety in the industry, the fundamental principles & applications in RACHP, the functions of RACHP systems and components, the service and maintenance of equipment, understanding the electrical systems, commissioning and fault finding RACHP systems.
• Incorporate new technologies into delivery methods, ensuring engaging and inclusive learning experiences with the support of our Lead Practitioners.
• Integrate Maths & English into teaching.
• Manage student morale and discipline, working closely with college managers and the team.
• Record and report data accurately, including eILPs, e-registers, assessments, and student progress records.
• Stay up-to-date with academic and vocational subjects, maintaining industry links.
• Involve students in assessing their learning and understanding the wider context of their specialist area.
• Participate in the college’s quality cycle and maintain accurate assessment records.
• Liaise with course teams, student support, and parents/carers as needed.

What We're Looking For

• Relevant qualifications and experience in Refrigeration & HVAC Engineering.
• Qualified F-Gas engineer.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Commitment to continuous professional development.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations and equal opportunities policies.
• GCSE grade C or above in Maths and English.

We are looking to diversify the experience of our DNCG teaching associates; we value both industry and academic experience. Did you know that you could work as a Lecturer while being supported through your teaching qualifications? Making the transition from industry to education is a seamless transition and something that we can support you with. We offer a Let’s teach programme, Trade to teach and mentor support with a reduced timetable.

Why join us?

• Competitive salary
• Enrolment onto the Teachers Pension Scheme – 28.68% Employers contribution
• 35 Bookable annual leave days, bank holidays, and 2 weeks off at Christmas.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Access to same-day GP appointments, high street discounts, discounted hair and beauty treatments, electric car scheme.
• On-site gym & florist (site dependent).
• Subsidised canteen & coffee shops.

If you are passionate about teaching and have the skills and experience required, we would love to hear from you. Join us in shaping the future of engineering education.

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As part of the recruitment process and in line with keeping children safe in education, we will conduct social media checks on shortlisted candidates. Additionally, before commencing employment, all employees undergo safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS.

Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

The Government have announced the first-round of ‘Levelling up’ bursaries for new Further Education teachers in STEM and Early Years, running from Autumn 2024 – Spring 2025. If eligible, the payment varies from £2,000 - £6,000. See the full eligibility criteria through the following link.

Please make sure you read the following details carefully before making any applications.

At DN Colleges Group, we are working towards a common goal: to transform our communities through learning. This vision reflects our belief in our students and in our ability to transform their lives so positively. Our students are at the heart of everything we do.

Our educational hub spans Scunthorpe to Doncaster and beyond. We combine distinct, high quality teaching and learning with local, regional and global reach. We connect our students and staff with partners and employers across the east/west corridor from Sheffield City Region to the Humber and Lincolnshire, across the UK and internationally.